Parco naturale dei laghi di Avigliana

Parco naturale dei laghi di Avigliana is a protected park featuring two glacial lakes surrounded by rolling hills and wetlands near the Susa Valley. The site includes walking trails, viewing areas, and facilities designed to accommodate visitors with different physical abilities.

Human settlements existed here during the Bronze Age, leaving traces discovered by archaeologists during peat excavation in the area. These findings demonstrate that the lakes have been centers of human activity for thousands of years.

The park's landscape reflects centuries of fishing traditions that shaped how people lived and worked in this valley. Local communities have long understood these waters as sources of both food and livelihood.

The park is open year-round with clearly marked trails suited to different fitness levels and mobility needs. Information centers on-site help visitors plan routes appropriate for their abilities and interests.

Each autumn and winter, hundreds of water birds migrate to the lakes, including grebes that perform elaborate courtship dances. These seasonal arrivals create natural spectacles that shift how the park feels throughout the year.

Location: Avigliana

Inception: 1980

GPS coordinates: 45.07100,7.38400

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:03